Early General News

This October marks 100 years since the establishment of Lenswood and to celebrate the milestone the town will host a community picnic for all to enjoy.
The centennial picnic will feature something for everyone.
“There will be music, extensive historical displays by the local history group, face painting for kids and food stalls or the opportunity to bring your own picnic,” Chairperson of the Lenswood and Forest Range Community Association Susie Green said.
“We’ll also have Lenny the centipede... Read Article

An app developed by Hills resident Trent Bowden and business partner and friend Scott Belcher is expected to keep the community safer this bushfire season.
Using data from sentinel satellites, ‘Wildfire’ allows members of the community to see potential threats on an interactive map thanks to thermal signatures that show the location and intensity of a bushfire.
Trent explained that developing the app had personal significance for him after growing up in Mylor and experiencing the threat... Read Article

This year the Hills Football League (HFL) is celebrating a milestone achievement of 50 years since its inception in 1967.
Formed following the merging of the Torrens Valley Association and the Hills Central League, the HFL has evolved and grown over the last 50 years to become the 19 club, 3,800 player strong league it is today.
“Reaching the 50 year milestone reflects the strength of football as a sport,” HFL President Malcolm Williams said. “Football has a... Read Article

A bunch of local florists have come together to create a day celebrating everything floral.
When Anna Vogt from Gooseberry Hill Farm heard about Australian Flowers Week—September 16-24—she thought it would be a wonderful opportunity to celebrate locally grown flowers.
In just a few short weeks, Anna and other Hills florists organised the day of flower power at Mylor’s Harvest Cafe this Sunday, September 17 from 10am-2pm.
There will be an array of activities and market stalls, such as... Read Article

Langhorne Creek’s Small World Bakery deliver fresh sourdough loaves straight to their customers’ doors.
Owners Emily Salkeld and Chris Duffy bake bread the way it would have been baked hundreds of years ago – using the ancient technique of fermentation and freshly milled flours.
As well as their sourdough, they are known for their unique delivery method. Chris rides a cargo bicycle imported from Denmark to deliver the fresh loaves to the CBD, North Adelaide and Greenhill Road.
A trained... Read Article

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